New Releases by Peter Chrisp

Take an incredible journey back in time to the land of the rising sun. Marvel at fabulous treasures and tales of samurai, shoguns, and sumo. Travel back in time more than 2000 years to visit the ancient islands of Japan. See the stunning masks of the Noh theatre and watch sumo wrestlers in action. Marvel at the weapons and armor used by a mighty samurai and discover mythical tales of demons, gods, and goddesses. Dozens of Japanese treasures are depicted in detailed full-color illustrations accompanied by fascinating facts about their use, lore, and history. DOZENS OF ARTIFACTS: Learn about 36 iconic objects, from a samurai warrior’s armour to a Noh theatre performer’s mask. BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: Vibrant, detailed images of the art, objects, people, and icons of the Japanese civilization. FASCINATING FACTS: Includes hundreds of amazing facts about Japanese treasures in an easy-to-read format that will enthral budding historians of all ages. CLASSROOM TO COFFEE TABLE: This beautiful volume is equally at home on a school bookshelf to support student learning as in a living room to be enjoyed by the whole family. COLLECT THE SERIES: More fascinating compendiums for all ages include The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Vikings, The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Ancient Rome, and The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Ancient Egypt.

The greatest ever rock ''n'' roll soap opera. Now fully updated to include features on Peter Green''s Fleetwood Mac and all the musicans and members that have made the band one of the best selling of all time. Fleetwood Mac - one of the greatest names in rock of all time - began as a little blues band in London, England, in 1967, named by its unassuming band leader and lead guitarist Peter Green in appreciation of his tight rhythm section: Mick Fleetwood on drums and John McVie on bass. Just 10 years later, by 1977, with the help of John''s wife, Christine McVie, and two virtually unknown American musicians called Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham, they had become the world''s biggest band who released the world''s best-selling album: Rumours. Their enthusiasm, determination and dedication is nothing short of remarkable. When you also consider the highs and lows, the successes and failures, the personal turmoil, tragedy and heartbreak through which this band has journeyed over the last 55 years ... the Fleetwood Mac story is transformed into pure drama. In this independent publication, music writer and journalist Pete Chrisp reveals the true story of how, over the last 55 years, despite all of those confrontations, pinnacles and all-time lows ... Fleetwood Mac continue to dig in their heels and refuse to stop. Won''t stop. Don''t Stop.

Published in association with Imperial War Museums, The Story of the Second World War for Children sensitively explores history''s deadliest conflict. Packed with photographs, maps, and detailed cross-sections of famous tanks, aircraft, submarines, and warships, it outlines key battles and shows how the war affected people across the world--not just the soldiers fighting on land, at sea, and in the air, but also the children evacuated to the countryside, bombed-out city dwellers, and civilians working in munitions factories.

Explore the extinct city of Pompeii and discover how the everyday life was there.

"The first book devoted to the popular illustrator Jonny Hannah, which presents some 200 of his prints and paintings, including brand-new work created for this volume. This is an intriguing, irreverent miscellany covering many of Hannah''s favourite themes, including jazz, folk, the sea, space and shops."--Provided by publisher.

Qui a fait construire la grande Pyramide ? Comment éclata la guerre de Cent ans ? Pourquoi Louis XVI a-t-il été décapité ? Qui remporta la bataille de Stalingrad en 1943 ? Que s''est-il passé à New York le 11 septembre 2011. Cette superbe chronologie illustrée de l''histoire universelle, richement documentée, répond à toutes ces questions et facilite la compréhension des grands évenements de notre histoire.

This arresting miscellany is jam-packed with intriguing and enlightening stories, facts, and trivia about all manner of murderers, miscreants, and malcontents. The book reveals incredible tales about criminal gangs around the world, such as the Japanese Yakuza, the L.A. Crips and Bloods, and the Italian Camorra. Plus, there are extensive lists of criminal slang throughout the centuries; an exploration of Russian prison tattoos; a confidence trickster''s lexicon; insights into the world''s most audacious crimes-like the the ft of the Mona Lisa-and quotes from the criminals themselves, and the cops who chased them. Inside are gritty black-and-white illustrations and revealing portraits of some of society''s scariest criminals.

A visual guide to piracy, including the daily life of seafarers, their battles, and their treacherous travels across the high seas.

A pictorial history of the ill-fated ocean liner is comprised of photographs and illustrations as well as 3-D-rendered graphics that relate its story from the 1911 launch at the Belfast shipyard to its destruction during its maiden voyage.

De geschiedenis van het legendarische, ''onzinkbare'' passagiersschip de Titanic. Rijk geïllustreerd met originele zwart-witfoto''s en 3D-grafisch beeldmateriaal in kleur. Vanaf ca. 11-15 jaar.

Chronicles important battles, people, and events in World War II. Includes archival photographs, maps, quotes, and fact boxes.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at some of history''s most famous and infamous figures in these classic DK guides. Vivid storytelling bringsthe past to life while stunning photographs, annotated illustrations, and exploded views help you piece together the story. Features fact boxes, panoramic gatefolds, and eyewitness accounts Sidebars provide important background and context

Fact-packed books plus links to homework-helpful, safe websites. Discover every aspect of Ancient Greece from its famous leaders to its stunning architecture then visit the constantly updated website to access links to the best sites on the Internet. Over 1,000 links plus fantastic free images to download. All the websites are secure, age-appropriate and actively monitored to give you all the latest and most exciting information. Perfect for projects or just for fun!

A collection of full-color 3-D models, maps, fact boxes, and photographs that describe ancient Greece including city states, Greek art and architecture, the Hellenistic Age, customs, and science.

Uses art and artifacts to examine the world of the Roman Empire from its political and religious structure to its cultural characteristics.

From Howard Carter''s discovery of Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings, to the Ice Man high in the Alps, woolly mammoths in Siberia, warhorses in China, and sacrificial victims in Peru, mummies worldwide continue to hold us in their spell. e.guides Mummy peels back the layers to see inside mummies of all kinds, to understand how they were prepared, and to piece together the evidence about their cultures'' beliefs in an afterlife. This brand new reference series reflects and enhances how today''s young researchers gather, assess, and present information. Part of DK and Google''s exciting family reference partnership, e.guides look at core topics from many angles, including facts, 3-D models, data boxes, charts, and more.

An amply illustrated book fascinates by explaining what ancient artifacts tell us about the origins of Iraq.

Explores the practice of mummification, with references to web sites for further information.

Visual reference to ancient Egypt describing Egyptian history, religion, daily life, and more.

Readers are magnetically drawn to strange stories about seemingly strange ancient people, which help make this series so useful in sparking interest in history. Original documents, historical maps, and artifacts give a first-hand account of the unusual events and people that shaped history. Fascinating facts and imaginative projects enable readers to experience some of the strange habits of these ancient peoples.

The World Wars is a series of children''s books that explore the causes, events and outcomes of the two major conflicts of the 20th century. This volume provides a comprehensive outline of the battle between Japan and America which lasted for four years starting with the Japanese air attack on Pearl Harbour and ending with the dropping of the atomic bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. It examines the key personalities, military strategies and human cost of the war in the Pacific, answering questions such as; how were Japanese and American civilians affected? what role did cultural differences play in the conduct of the war? why did Japan risk attacking one of the most powerful nations on earth?

Various characters, including a waterman, an actor, a gallant, and an apple seller, from Shakespeare''s London describe the Globe Theatre from their own perspective.

Follows the history of Alexander the Great and his campaign to conquer the known world, including information on his traveling companions, armies of his time, ships, and food.

Beschrieben werden Alexanders Herkunft in Makedonien, seine Eroberungszüge bis nach Indien, das alltägliche Leben auf den Schlachtfeldern und sein Tod in Babylon. Aber auch die Verbreitung der griechischen Kultur (Bibliothek von Alexandria) und die Nachwirkungen des Makedonen in der Geschichte (Diadochenreiche, das Bild Alexanders im Islam und Christentum) werden gebührend erwähnt. Ein Kapitel über die Entdeckung von Philipps Grab (Alexanders Vater) sowie ein Register schließen den Band ab. Entsprechend der Reihengestaltung nehmen die Illustrationen einen breiten Raum ein, der Text verkommt häufig zur reinen Bildunterschrift. Die Rekonstruktionszeichnungen, Fotos und Abbildungen bekannter Kunstwerke (Mosaiken, Gemälde) sind sehr beeindruckend und detailreich. Meines Wissens bisher das zweite Werk über Alexander den Großen. Die Darstellung von P. Briant: ''Alexander, Eroberer der Welt'' (BA 12/90) wendet sich an Jugendliche ab 14. Daher wird das vorliegende Buch allen (Schul-)Bibliotheken zusätzlich empfohlen.

Describes archaeological excavations in Mexico and what the findings reveal about the ancient Aztec civilization.